Pulmonary & Sleep Health Articles
Explore helpful articles from Gwinnett Pulmonary & Sleep on breathing, lung conditions, sleep disorders, testing, treatments, and everyday wellness.
February 18, 2026
Is 96% Blood Oxygen Normal? What Your SpO₂ Reading Means Explained
You glance at a pulse oximeter and see 96%. Your mind jumps to questions about your lungs, your heart, and your health. A single...
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February 15, 2026
What Are the Different Forms of Narcolepsy? Type 1 vs. Type 2...
You might notice sudden daytime sleepiness, odd dreamlike hallucinations, or brief muscle weakness and wonder what’s going on. Type 1 narcolepsy usually includes cataplexy...
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February 15, 2026
Hyperinflated Lungs With Normal Spirometry: Meaning, Causes & Management
You can feel short of breath, yet your breathing test looks normal. That mismatch can feel confusing and frustrating. We see this happen when...
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February 12, 2026
Why Does Sleep Paralysis Happen? The Science Behind It
You may wake up unable to move while your mind feels fully awake. That sudden paralysis has a clear brain basis. Sleep paralysis happens...
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February 12, 2026
Using Spirometry to Diagnose COPD: What the Test Tells Us
Breathing problems can feel confusing, especially when symptoms build over time. We use spirometry to bring clear facts into focus and cut through guesswork....
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February 9, 2026
Why Is My Child Grinding Their Teeth? A Parent’s Guide
You may hear a grinding sound from your child’s room and worry about their teeth or sleep. Teeth grinding (bruxism) is common in kids...
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February 9, 2026
What Does SpO2 Mean? Understanding Oxygen Saturation Levels
SpO2 shows how well oxygen moves through our blood and supports daily health. We see this number often on smart devices and in clinics,...
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February 6, 2026
Is Sleep Paralysis Dangerous? What You Should Know
You might wake up one night unable to move and feel a presence in the room. That moment feels terrifying, but the short answer...
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February 6, 2026
Spirometry vs. PFT: What’s the Difference and When Are They Used?
Breathing tests can feel confusing when names sound similar, and results matter to your health. You may hear spirometry and PFT used as if...
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